Christmas Tree Garland

crayola supplies

Crayons
Glitter Glue
Blunt-Tip Scissors
Construction Paper

household supplies

hole punch
ribbon

Why

Deck the halls with a message! Make a garland with Christmas Trees that display your holiday wishes.

Steps

1. With Crayola® Crayons, draw a Christmas tree on green construction paper. Cut it out with Crayola Scissors. Use this tree as a pattern to make several more exactly like it and cut them out.
2. Decorate the trees using crayons and Crayola Glitter Glue. For a challenge, write a progressive holiday message along the trees or retell a favorite Christmas story in sequence.
3. Punch a hole at the top of each tree. Thread ribbon through holes, knotting it in between each tree and at both ends.

When & Where

"These garlands are so adaptable for a wide age range. Everyone decorated them differently."
- Trevor V., outreach program coordinator.

"Just what I was looking for-decorations the kids could create all the way to Grandpa's house."
- Joshua I., dad of two, ages 6 and 9.

Interesting Info

Thomas Edison’s assistant, Edward Johnson, came up with the idea of electric lights for Christmas trees in 1882.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.